Systems Administrator-Windows and Some Linux
Wright-Patterson AFB
At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it's a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works.
Our Team
At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We're big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen. That's why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things-even if you don't have all the answers yet.
Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service-but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth.
We're looking for people who:
- Are curious and excited about technology
- Like solving problems and figuring things out
- Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team
- Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves
If you're someone who's eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact-you'll fit right in here.
*This position is contingent upon contract award and the actual job description may vary based on specific contract requirements and organizational needs.*
Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft Windows servers and workstations, with supporting Linux system administration across physical and virtual environments.
- Monitor system availability, performance, and resource utilization; troubleshoot hardware, operating system, software, and connectivity issues to sustain reliable operations.
- Apply operating system and application patches, implement security hardening and applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), support vulnerability scans, and remediate and document findings within established remediation timelines in coordination with cybersecurity personnel.
- Manage storage capacity and scheduled backups; verify backup completion, restore data, and support disaster recovery planning and testing to maintain data integrity, availability, and recoverability.
- Administer user accounts, groups, roles, and access permissions; support Windows domain, Active Directory, and Group Policy administration and enforce approved access controls and security configurations.
- Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade approved software applications; resolve compatibility issues and maintain accurate software inventory and license records.
- Plan, test, and implement approved system upgrades and configuration changes through documented change-control processes; automate routine administration tasks using scripting and configuration-management tools and maintain approved configuration baselines.
- Maintain system configuration records, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides; document, troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate incidents within established service levels, support root-cause analysis, and provide knowledge transfer while coordinating with users, application teams, and cybersecurity personnel.
Requirements:
- BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field
- Active Secret security clearance required
- Demonstrated experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Microsoft Windows server and workstation operating systems and approved applications across physical and virtual environments, including compatibility troubleshooting, with working knowledge of Linux administration.
- Experience monitoring system health, performance, and capacity and administering storage, backups, data restoration, and disaster recovery capabilities.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, Windows domain services, Group Policy, user and group administration, access permissions, and operating system security controls.
- Experience applying system and application patches, implementing applicable DISA STIGs, interpreting vulnerability scan results, and remediating findings under DoD and Air Force requirements.
- Possess and maintain current CompTIA Security+ or another cybersecurity certification approved for the assigned DoD Cyber Workforce Framework work role and proficiency level under DoDM 8140.03, together with any operating system certification required by the contract.
- Experience using PowerShell or comparable scripting and configuration-management tools to automate routine administration and maintain approved system baselines; ability to produce clear technical documentation and apply incident, problem, and change-management practices while coordinating with users and technical teams.
IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment-related decisions.
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